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Who we are

We are market leaders in providing patient-focused healthcare solutions.

Since 2014, we have supported the NHS with robust capacity-building solutions. As pioneers of Endoscopy insourcing, originally known as The Endoscopy Group, we have expanded our reach by securing multiple contracts within Trusts across the UK. Our expansion into specialist departments such as Dermatology, Surgery, and Ophthalmology reflects our commitment to comprehensive healthcare solutions.
Over the past year, our Clinical Leadership Team has grown significantly. We have a dedicated team focused on clinical excellence, patient safety, and service innovation through robust clinical governance.
Siobhan Obodai-Payne

Siobhan Obodai-Payne

Director of Governance

Siobhan brings over ten years of experience in governance, healthcare leadership, and midwifery practice to her role within The Medical & Diagnostic Care Group. As a registered Midwife, she combines her clinical experience with strategic oversight, bridging the gap between patient care and organisational leadership. As a Director of Governance, Siobhan will use her deep understanding of the healthcare system to advocate for evidence-based, patient-centred policies at the governance level.

Throughout her career, Siobhan has been appointed to senior positions within the NHS, Private Healthcare, and Insourcing companies, where she has played a vital role in developing and implementing robust governance frameworks. She promotes regulatory compliance, enhances quality assurance measures, and champions best practice policies and guidelines. Siobhan is adept at aligning strategic objectives with operational performance, ensuring that healthcare organisations deliver safe, ethical, and effective services.

Darren Simpkin

Darren Simpkin

Group Director

Darren is the Group Director at The Medical and Diagnostic Care Group, steering our strategic growth and development across all operations and specialities. With extensive experience in the healthcare sector, Darren is committed to delivering innovative solutions that enhance service capacity and improve patient outcomes. He oversees business operations, drives strategic partnerships, and ensures that MDCG remains aligned with NHS values and priorities.
Vitor Gomes

Vitor Gomes

Director of Nursing

Vitor brings over 30 years of nursing experience from Portugal and England, including 15 years in leadership across specialities such as Outpatient Care, Intensive Care, Theatre/Recovery, and Endoscopy. As Director of Nursing, Vitor focuses on clinical operations, staffing, and policy implementation to deliver integrated, patient-centred care that aligns with NHS goals.

With a solid critical care and theatre management background, Vitor partners closely with the NHS to enhance efficiency, streamline operations, and elevate patient satisfaction. He is dedicated to advancing healthcare by reducing inequalities, fostering partnerships, and driving continuous improvement, all while embracing technological advancements and workforce development. Vitor's commitment to best practice and innovative leadership ensures safe, high-quality care across various healthcare settings.

Dr Ayaz Hossain

Medical Director

Dr. Mohammed Ayaz Hossain is a Consultant Renal Transplant and Vascular Access Surgeon with a PhD in Kidney Transplantation from the University of London. Trained at Cambridge University Hospital, Dr. Hossain now leads as the Medical Director of MDCG and consults at The Royal Free Hospital Foundation Trust. An Honorary Clinical Associate Professor at UCL, he is recognised for his work in vascular access, multi-organ retrieval, and kidney transplantation, having secured a £1.9 million grant for a national healthcare technology assessment trial.

In addition to his clinical and academic roles, Dr. Hossain is a Medical Examiner with the Royal College of Pathologists and an Expert Witness in transplantation. His leadership at MDCG is defined by a commitment to patient-centred, quality-controlled care, ensuring every patient receives the highest standard of treatment.

Luke Armstrong

Luke Armstrong

Business Development Manager

Luke is responsible for Business Development at The Medical and Diagnostic Care Group and is an expert in patient-centred healthcare solutions. With extensive experience in business development across the hospital and healthcare sectors, he is passionate about driving growth and improving patient care. Luke's background in Clinical Research, Medical Education, Patient Safety, and Healthcare Information Technology enables him to bring a well-rounded perspective to my MDCG. His focus is on fostering collaborative relationships, enhancing service delivery, and promoting innovation, all while ensuring our patient-first approach remains at the forefront of everything we do.
Ellie Hardy

Ellie Hardy

Governance Manager

Ellie champions quality and patient safety in her role as Governance Manager and is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in healthcare. She ensures that all staff meet rigorous regulatory and ethical standards, integrating robust governance frameworks across the organisation.
Emma Lock

Emma Lock

Operations Manager

Emma Lock is the Operations Manager at The Medical and Diagnostic Care Group, responsible for ensuring efficient and effective service delivery across the organisation. With a focus on improving processes and optimising workflows, Emma works to maintain smooth operations and enhance overall service performance.

Matteo Calvino

Head of Clinical Recruitment

Matteo specialises in talent acquisition within the healthcare industry and focuses on attracting and retaining top clinical talent across all our specialities. Matteo is dedicated to building a solid network of skilled professionals who align with MDCG’s commitment to quality patient care. He oversees the entire recruitment process, from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring that the right clinicians are placed to support NHS Trusts effectively.

The process

We collaborate with you for long-term, sustainable solutions.

An initial consultation is conduced so we can understand your unique challenges within your Trust. Our expert team develops a tailored action plan, followed by an on-site evaluation to align with your patient pathways. Once the contract is agreed, our dedicated clinical team works closely with your staff to provide consistent, high-quality care. With ongoing monitoring and support, we ensure long-term success in meeting your goals and enhancing patient outcomes.

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    Every patient deserves timely care.

    Our clinically led teams help you make the most of your clinics and theatres by providing additional services on weekends and evenings. This allows you to increase your capacity and deliver care more efficiently.

    Our consultants and nurses integrate seamlessly with your staff so that patients are seen quickly, all while upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and governance.

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    Our Testimonials

    I was extremely impressed by you and your team… my safety, comfort and dignity were absolutely respected throughout… In short, my experience was exemplary - more like private medical care than anything I have previously experienced in the NHS.

    Patient Feedback, SW England

    The whole team went above and beyond what was expected… I’ve had this procedure twice before, previously the experience was not good… this time I couldn’t have asked for a better team excellent throughout.

    Patient Feedback, WalesWales

    We have been really impressed with the professional way this contract has been managed, your responsiveness and communication has been excellent, and governance processes are reassuring.

    Divisional Director, East of England

    We faced challenges with patient backlogs, but MDCG's support has made a huge difference. It's reassuring to have a partner who is as committed to our patients as we are.

    Operations Manager, NHS Trust, SE England

    Working with MDCG has been a real relief for our team. We were struggling with growing waitlists, and they stepped in, helping us clear backlogs without compromising the quality of care. Their staff fit right in, and it's been like having an extension of our own department

    CEO, NHS Trust, SW England

    I've been really impressed with MDCG's approach. Our patients receive the same level of attention they'd get from our team, and it's made a noticeable difference to our elective services.

    Medical Director, NHS Trust, East England

    Working together to see patients sooner.